Sir, By post I do receive a picture card from Gussy Herbert, currently employed on government business in the Empire. "The local ladies dress as depicted herein!" he declares. I raise the idea of a trip to Egypt with Lady B___, but she reminds me of he nudes
Dear Henny, I spent another delightful weekend with your cousin Fanny. She has some intriguing wardrobe choices she shared with me, and I can’t wait to have you try out some similar patterns when I get home.
Sir, Following a dispute with the local milliner, I find myself without anyone to repair the hat I wear for Sunday best. Maid Elly offers to help, she has previously worked in such a role. My hat is returned with a remarkable velour, and many did whisper
Sir, A letter arrives from Gussy Herbert, who is in great excitement. He declares that he has discovered a new and economical method of contraception, and promises to forward particulars with a view to patenting his system. I remain to be convinced, but
Sir, I receive a letter by Empire Mail from Gussy Herbert. He writes : "Hiring new staff. Was unable to choose and so I hired all of them. Three pretty maids all in a row, eh what?". I do briefly consider hiring fresh staff such as these, but Lady B_
Sir, I have oft heard it pronounced that the fairer sex are not capable of riding these new "safety bicycles", as it may prove too strenuous or in some way un-ladylike to do so. I trust that herein I am able to provide proof that this argument has no m
Dear Hubby, our acrobatic practices have had a humorous side effect - the ladies of my club have sought to imitate them! See here my bosom friend Louise, who’s between a dog and a swinging place!
Sir, I did commission a local artist to provide a classical picture, in a Greek or Roman style, to hang within my study to provide inspiration and learning. I sit and admire the picture for hours on end, although I hang a small tapestry over it when Lady
